The SHORTLIST has been announced for the Greater Newry Business Awards. Out of a total of over 220 entries, which is a record number, our independent judges have shortlisted 90 finalists across 26 categories.
This is always a sold-out event so please ensure that you book your tickets before Ticket Sales Close on Thursday 8th June and we look forward to welcoming you all at the Gala Awards Night on Thursday 15th June in the Canal Court Hotel & Spa.
VIEW THE SHORTLIST HERE and BOOK YOUR TICKETS HERE.
On top of the awards, we are also hosting a number of other events in June which you can register for via the links below. We hope to see you at a number of them.
UPCOMING NEWRY CHAMBER EVENTS IN JUNE
BUSINESS TOUR: Two Stacks Irish Whiskey
Friday 23rd June, 12:30pm – 2pm, Two Stacks Irish Whiskey
BOOK YOUR FREE PLACE HERE
EVENT: Funding for Growth Workshop
Tuesday 27th June, 8:30am – 11:30am, Canal Court Hotel & Spa
BOOK YOUR FREE PLACE HERE
UPCOMING NEWRY CHAMBER MEMBER EVENTS IN JUNE
EVENT: Building Futures Programme Launch
Thursday 8th June, 9am – 11am, Mourne Country Hotel, Newry
For further info or to secure a place, please email: joanne@bolstercommunity.org
EVENT: Customs Training Workshop
Wednesday 14th & 21st June, 10am – 4pm, Chamber Offices
For further info or to secure a place, please email: jonathan@fortior insight.com
Tony McKeown
Chief Executive Officer
Newry Chamber of Commerce & Trade
SHORTLIST: GREATER NEWRY BUSINESS AWARDS
The SHORTLIST was announced last week for the Greater Newry Business Awards. Out of a total of over 220 entries, which is a record number, our independent judges have shortlisted 90 finalists across 26 categories.
We would like to commend each person, business and organisation who entered the awards and we would like to wish all of the finalists the best of luck ahead of the big night approaches in the Canal Court Hotel & Spa on Thursday 15th June.
This is always a sold-out event so please ensure you book your tickets before the Ticket Sales Close on Thursday 8th June.
VIEW THE SHORTLIST HERE
BOOK YOUR TICKETS HERE
LARGEST EVER NI TRADE MISSION TO WESTMINSTER
Our CEO, Tony McKeown and Board Member, Paul Convery were delighted to represent the Chamber and our 350+ members at the largest NI trade mission ever to Westminster on Tuesday 23rd May.
Great to hear details on a major new economic report which was revealed at the event organised by Trade NI, an alliance of Hospitality Ulster, Manufacturing NI and Retail NI.
The report provided a blueprint for economic growth and prosperity in NI over the next 10 years and beyond.
The document entitled, ‘A Region Transformed and Creating Prosperity For All: The Prosperity Dividend’ was produced by BDO Northern Ireland.
It focuses on how our local industries, businesses and high streets have been boosted by peace, prosperity and greater stability in the 25 years since the signing of Good Friday Agreement in 1998.
VIEW THE REPORT HERE
BUSINESS TOUR: TWO STACKS IRISH WHISKEY
DATE: Friday 23rd June
TIME: 12:30am – 2pm
VENUE: Two Stacks Irish Whiskey, Newry
COST: FREE
Book your FREE place for the next instalment of our ‘Business Tours’ networking series which will take place at Two Stacks Irish Whiskey in Newry, focusing on the theme of ‘growing your business through export sales’.
Two Stacks was founded in 2020 by Shane McCarthy, Liam Brogan and Donal McLynn. Inspired by the traditions of old and contemporary brands, they opened one of Ireland’s only independent bonding and blending facilities last year in Newry with the ambition to combine these worlds together.
The brand is one of the fastest-growing businesses that has emerged from the Greater Newry Area in recent years with their products currently being exported to over 25 countries, including over 30 states in the US.
Shane McCarthy, Co-Founder of Two Stacks will provide an overview of their journey and Deborah Johnston, International Trade Advisor at Invest NI will also discuss how they can support exporters.
BOOK YOUR FREE PLACE HERE
NEWRY CHAMBER & INTERTRADEIRELAND LAUNCH
FREE FUNDING FOR GROWTH WORKSHOP IN NEWRY
DATE: Tuesday 27th June
TIME: 8:30am – 11:30am
VENUE: Canal Court Hotel & Spa, Newry
COST: FREE (Breakfast Included)
Are you an established company seeking to grow your business and in need of funding? If this applies to you, we encourage you to book your FREE place for our workshop in partnership with InterTradeIreland.
The workshop is aimed at established small and medium sized businesses and will showcase current, new and alternative sources of finance to further fund business growth. As well as a focus on traditional bank finance options, it also will cover alternative funding options available to businesses with ambitious growth plans.
You will receive an overview of active funders and an explanation of how they make decisions and discussions will also be had around the types of businesses active funders are particularly interested in supporting.
Top tips and advice on how to make your business ready for funding and investment will be provided and you will have the chance to participate in interactive discussions and network with funders.
BOOK YOUR FREE PLACE HERE
CROSS-BORDER WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME
Newry & Dundalk Chambers’ are delighted to launch a new Cross-Border Women’s Leadership Collaboration Programme, ‘Empower Together’ designed to share leadership skills in a safe and trusted environment.
Working together in small cross-company, cross-sector, cross-functional groups of senior leaders, North & South, participants will explore best practices, share insights, compare experiences, gather new perspectives and try out ideas with an exceptional group of peers.
The programme will operate virtually and in-person and is aimed at senior female leaders, business owners with a minimum of 10+ years’ experience. Spaces are limited to 20 participants on this new programme.
VIEW FURTHER INFORMATION HERE
REGISTER YOUR INTEREST HERE
FINANCIAL WELLBEING SESSION FOR YOUR EMPLOYEES
WITH BANK OF IRELAND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT TEAM
Help your employees learn more about how they can confidently manage their money and plan for the future with a Financial Wellbeing Session with experts from from BOI UK’s Community Engagement Team.
You can also check out some great online resources from Bank of Ireland UK HERE.
Get in touch with the team at Bank of Ireland UK to see how they can help your employees to work out the health of their finances by calling out to your premises or delivering a virtual session.
FIND OUT MORE: fiancialwellbeingni@boi.com
APPLY NOW – FREE SKILL UP SHORT TRAINING COURSES
AND WOMEN RETURNERS PROGRAMME AT SRC
Skill Up: Flexible Skills Fund
Skill Up courses are available to individuals who are over 18 and want to increase their chances of promotion or learn a new skill. There are a variety of accredited courses on offer which are available online, FREE and delivered in the evening to fit round your lifestyle. Courses range in ability from Level 2 to Level 5 and will run at various times throughout the year.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY NOW
Women Returners Programme
This programme supports women looking to get back to work by helping you gain a Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration. See the details of the course below:
- 21-week programme starting on 25th September 2023
- 13 weeks training on SRC’s Greenbank Campus, Newry
- 8 weeks work placement
- Monday – Friday from 9:30am – 1:15pm
- £150 weekly allowance plus childcare and travel if required
- GCSE English & Maths Essential (Grade C or above)
Deadline for Applications – Friday 16th June
Interview Dates – Monday 26th June
CLICK HERE TO APPLY NOW